Civil society is a key component of Europe's fundamental rights architecture. From supporting people affected by the pandemic to helping those fleeing the war in Ukraine, civil society plays a crucial role in upholding people’s rights.

ERA stands in support with its member organisations in North Macedonia and the country's national HIV Platform consisting of 14 organisati

ERA - LGBTI Equal Rights Association for Western Balkans and Turkey, in partnership with World Bank and IPSOS, is implementing the biggest ever survey of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex people (LGBTI) in this region.

The European Parliament debated and adopted resolutions on the Commission reports on Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia and Serbia at the last week’s session. In every report, there is substantial language on LGBTIQ+ issues. Key concerns per country include:

Albania

On 27 October 2020 the Parliament of North Macedonia reinstated the previously repealed law on prevention and protection against discrimination.